The NSW Government is investing $138 million in the Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment to significantly enhance healthcare services for the region and meet the health care needs of the growing population.
The schematic design provides the next level of detail for the redevelopment, showcasing modern healthcare facilities and the expanded services to be delivered.
The redevelopment will include construction of a new two-level acute services building that will house an expanded emergency department, two inpatient wards featuring single and two bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, a new medical imaging service, and day surgery spaces.
In the 2024-25 NSW Budget an additional $26.5 million was allocated to the Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment, bringing the total investment to $138 million. This will support the delivery of additional facilities including an operating theatre and procedure room, a Central Sterilising Services Department (CSSD) and a modern pharmacy.
The Cessnock community is encouraged to attend information drop-in sessions and give feedback on:
- Tuesday 12 November, 10:00am – 12:00pm, Cessnock Hospital main foyer (View Street)
- Wednesday 13 November, 9:00am - 1:00pm, Cessnock Village Shopping Centre
Consultation with staff and the community will continue throughout the project including working groups that will seek community input in the Arts in Health program and landscaping and outdoor spaces to ensure that local culture is reflected in the hospital’s design.
Construction is expected to begin in 2025, following the appointment of a main works contractor.
For more information and the opportunity to have your say visit the project website at http://www.hneinfra.health.nsw.gov.au/projects/cessnock or contact the project team at HI-Cessnock@health.nsw.gov.au
Quotes attributable to the Minister for Regional Health Ryan Park:
“From the expanded emergency department and operating theatres, this redevelopment will transform healthcare for the people of Cessnock by addressing capacity and supporting contemporary models of care.
“The Cessnock Hospital Redevelopment is being informed by extensive staff and community feedback and we encourage the community to have their say on this next stage of design which will be considered as part of the planning and design process.”
Quotes attributable to Member for Cessnock Clayton Barr:
“This project will deliver the healthcare enhancements the Cessnock community deserves in a welcoming and supportive environment.
“The additional services including theatres, Central Sterilising Services Department, and pharmacy will benefit communities across the Lower Hunter region.
“I would like to see as many people as possible involved in the conversation about our future hospital; what it might look like and how it might work best for everyone.
“So please, if you can, come along to either of the planned community information sessions to play your part in this once in a generation build.”
Quotes attributable to the Executive Director Infrastructure, Sustainability and Planning, Dr Ramsey Awad:
“We are committed to delivering a state-of-the-art hospital that provides the best care to the Cessnock community close to home.
“We’ve listened carefully to the community’s feedback and responded with a design that not only meets today’s healthcare demands but will also serve the region well into the future.”
